2004 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 80 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 Grand Caravan. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
