2003 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-150 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |