2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Pilot. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |