2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Intrepid | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |