2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |