2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. Both 2011 Chevrolet Impala and 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Impala | Murano CrossCabriolet |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1681 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |