2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Avenger | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Avenger | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |