2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 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 140 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 311 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
