2012 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Murano | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Corolla |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |