2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 283 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 2012 Lexus LS 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 2012 Lexus LS. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Murano | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 84 L |
