2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Murano | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1404 mm |