2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS 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 302 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Because 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | LS | Murano CrossCabriolet |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1681 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |