1996 Nissan Terrano vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 122 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Nissan Murano.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano | Murano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
