2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2005 Nissan Murano

To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 144 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.

Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. 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 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 2005 Nissan Murano
Make Mitsubishi Nissan
Model Proudia Murano
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 3497 cc 3491 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 315 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1806 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


 

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