2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Colorado | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |