2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
