2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
