2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 82 L |