2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Murano | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 438 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |