2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX56 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |
