2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 350Z (359 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 350Z | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
