2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Terracan | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |