2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Impala | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |