2001 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. 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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
