2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. 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 171 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 566 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Murano | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
