2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Murano 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 132 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 715 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Murano | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
