2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. 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 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Terrano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |