2006 Lexus RX vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2006 Lexus RX and 2006 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus RX | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | RX | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |