2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Infiniti EX.
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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Murano | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
