2003 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa 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 207 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Corsa. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2824 mm |
