2003 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
