2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 419 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (389 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Murano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
