2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Murano | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
