2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 514 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Touareg | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |