2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 815 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Nissan | ZAZ |
| Model | Murano | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
