2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS6 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
