2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Murano and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 86 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. 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 2008 Mazda 6. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Murano | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |