2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Vanquish | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
