2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 308 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Murano | 996 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
