2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |
