2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester 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 142 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Forester | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
