2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 915 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Murano | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
