2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 8 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (291 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 306 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.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (317 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Murano | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
