2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Murano 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 140 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 652 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
