2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 406. 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 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Murano | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
