2003 Nissan Murano vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Murano | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |