2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 179 kg more than 2010 Dodge Dakota. 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, both vehicles can yield 319 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Murano | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
