2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Aveo | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
