2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 890 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2007 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Murano | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
