2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |