2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1811 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |