2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Nissan | Isuzu |
| Model | Murano | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
