2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
