2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 472 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Veracruz | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |