2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Proudia | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
