2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Idea. 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 82 L |
