2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 607 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 104 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 607. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 607. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Murano | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
