2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 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), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 61 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 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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2009 Nissan Murano | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
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 | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |