2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 306 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
