2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
