2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano. 2007 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6688 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |