2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1520 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
