1995 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Cabriolet 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 63 more horse power than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 507 kg more than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Venturi | Nissan |
| Model | Cabriolet | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2824 mm |
