2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 529 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Murano | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |