2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Wrangler and 2009 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
