1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | 3000GT | Murano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
