1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Nuvola | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2824 mm |
