2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 8 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Murano | M3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
