2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
