2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 741 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 444 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 Cadillac V Sixteen. 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 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1031 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | V Sixteen | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2824 mm |
