1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire 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 182 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 870 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aspire | Murano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 82 L |
