2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Magnum | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Magnum | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |