2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti Q45. 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
