2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murano | Touran |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
