2002 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Cobra. 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Murano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
