2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 289 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
