2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 357 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 996 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2824 mm |
