2007 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2007 Lexus GS and 2007 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | GS | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 82 L |