2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 264 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 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 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |