2006 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 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 132 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
