2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Murano | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |