1997 Acura EL vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 934 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura EL | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2824 mm |
