2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger. 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Murano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |