2003 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Concorde | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Concorde | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |