2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 144 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 144 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |