2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Toyota Hilux. 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
