2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 423 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Viper. 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1590 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2824 mm |
