2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Almera would be higher. 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 131 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2004 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
