2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota RAV4. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |