2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 180 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler 300. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Murano | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3052 mm |
