2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (340 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Murano | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
