2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 607 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |