2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Nissan Pickup. 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 2001 Nissan Pickup. 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 (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Pickup |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |