2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Murano and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 92 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Murano | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |