2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 2 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6. 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 2010 Brilliance BS6. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Brilliance |
| Model | Murano | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
