2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 5 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 384 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. 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 2012 Nissan Rogue. 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 (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Rogue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |