2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 456 kg more than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tahoe | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |