2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 127 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 437 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Murano | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |