2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Murano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
