2003 Acura TL vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |