2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano 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 3 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Murano | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |