2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano 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 72 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Murano | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
