2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | 4Runner | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1846 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 82 L |
