2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Murano | I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
