2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 77 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Maxima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |