2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |