2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Rexton | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
