2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 529 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. 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 2007 Kia Cee'd. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cee'd | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
