2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
