2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Murano | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
