2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
