2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 513 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Sierra 2005 Nissan Murano
Make GMC Nissan
Model Sierra Murano
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2317 kg 1804 kg
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 82 L


 

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