2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Magnum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
