2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |