1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Murano |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |