2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 118 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 501 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
