2001 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lincoln LS. 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 Lincoln LS (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
