2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Murano | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
