2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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 63 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Murano | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Murano | X3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1738 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |