2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 661 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 82 L |
