2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 586 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. 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, both vehicles can yield 336 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2011 Ford Flex | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Murano | Flex |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |