2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Audi S3.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2010 Audi S3 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Murano | S3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |