2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Murano | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
