2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Murano | EX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
