2006 Ford Territory vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Territory | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
