2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Outback Sport | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Outback Sport | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |