2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet

To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.

Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ascari Ecosse 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
Make Ascari Nissan
Model Ecosse Murano CrossCabriolet
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4721 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 336 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4829 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1681 mm


 

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