2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Murano and 2007 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. 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 2007 Chevrolet Epica. 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2007 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Murano | Epica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
