2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 171 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 553 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Murano | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
