2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Murano | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
