2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Murano | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |