2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 626 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (500 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
