2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 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 105 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
