2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan 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 117 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 343 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murano CrossCabriolet | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2013 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1681 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
