2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Sequoia | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |