2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 414 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
