2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 97 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Familia Murano CrossCabriolet
Year Released 2000 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4829 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1681 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2824 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 82 L


 

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