2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 4 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Alpina B5.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B5. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Murano | B5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
