2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2824 mm |
