2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 168 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.
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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |