2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Maverick 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 112 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
