2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XF | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
