2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 546 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 2011 GMC Savana. 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 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Murano | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |