2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 5 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
