2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Murano | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
