2003 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 545 | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |