2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 2007 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Murano | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
