2012 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Murano 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 63 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 330 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Murano | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murano | GTI |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
