2009 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (339 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
