2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 632 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Murano | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 106 L |