2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Highlander | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 336 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |