2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 688 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Taurus X (338 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus X | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |