1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Murano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
