2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 207 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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2779 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 | 74 L |
