2005 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Magna and 2005 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Murano (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Magna | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Magna | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |