2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 755 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
