2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
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 (334 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Murano | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |