2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 537 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Sedici | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
