2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Acadia | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
