2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 516 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Touareg | Murano |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |