2012 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 441 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Murano | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Murano | 75 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1811 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
