2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 628 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
