2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 194 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
