2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 498 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Murano CrossCabriolet |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1681 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |