2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Spyker C8. 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Spyker |
| Model | Murano | C8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
