2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |