2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 605 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Murano | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
