1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 206 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
