2003 Nissan Murano vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 680 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Murano | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
