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 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 126 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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 (334 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 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 | 3189 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |