2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Murano 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) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Murano | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
