2006 Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 248 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus ES. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
