2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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. Both 2005 Nissan Murano and 2012 Lotus Evora are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Evora. 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Murano | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
