2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Nissan Murano

To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 501 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A3 2004 Nissan Murano
Make Audi Nissan
Model A3 Murano
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1796 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 82 L


 

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