2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |