2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 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. Both 2003 Nissan Murano and 2005 Nissan Maxima are equipped with a 3,507 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
