2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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 196 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 830 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murano | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 34 L |
