2003 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 35 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.
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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Murano | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Venza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |