2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet

To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 157 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla.

Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Corolla 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Corolla Murano CrossCabriolet
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4829 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1681 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2824 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 82 L


 

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