2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 901 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 82 L |