2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Murano would be higher. Both 2011 Nissan Maxima and 2010 Nissan Murano are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Maxima | Murano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |