2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |