2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Nissan Murano

To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.

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 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lexus RX 2007 Nissan Murano
Make Lexus Nissan
Model RX Murano
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3456 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 82 L


 

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