2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 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 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 486 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti Q45. 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 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 82 L |