2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
