2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Murano | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
