2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 377 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.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
Model | Murano | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |