2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Murano | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |