2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 264 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Murano | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |