2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |