2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2011 Nissan Murano and 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 294 kg more than 2011 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Murano | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Nissan | Jeep |
Model | Murano | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |