2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 29 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Murano | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |