2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet and 2012 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano CrossCabriolet | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1681 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
