2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 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 191 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 2005 Rover 25. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Murano | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
