2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 117 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
