2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |