2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |