2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 266 kg more than 2011 Ford Kuga. 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Murano | Kuga |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |