2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Murano and 2006 Volkswagen Fox 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 171 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 518 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Murano | Fox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |