2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. 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 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
