2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |
