2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |