2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus 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 112 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. 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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (266 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
