1999 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra 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 107 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. 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 1999 Acura Integra. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Integra | Murano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
