2007 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |
