2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Murano | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
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 | 1540 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |