2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Murano and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Murano | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |