2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 476 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
