2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 509 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605. 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 1994 Peugeot 605. 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 (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Murano | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
