2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 404 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |