2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 556 kg more than 2003 Nissan Murano. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murano | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
