2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 448 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.
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, 2009 Audi Q7 (440 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
