1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (335 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 355 Spider | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 82 L |
