2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 612 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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 2011 Dodge Ram. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Murano | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
