2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Murano | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
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 | 265 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |