2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet vs. 2006 Volvo S80
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 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 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 97 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Murano CrossCabriolet | S80 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1681 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
