2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano 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 112 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza. 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 2008 Seat Ibiza. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Murano | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
