2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 825 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Patrol | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 82 L |