1998 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Celica | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Celica | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
