2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
