2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan 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 (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (339 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murano | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
