2004 Dodge Stratus 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 Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 418 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. 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 (323 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Stratus | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |