1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
