2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano. 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Murano | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |