2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry 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 70 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
