Dodge Durango vs. Nissan Murano Review

Performance
The Dodge is likely to feel slightly sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Nissan Murano.

Handling
The Dodge Durango has markedly bigger tires than the Nissan Murano. Keep in mind that bigger tires can look and feel better, while narrower tires could provide better handling in deep snow. With their comparable turning circles, the Nissan Murano and the Dodge Durango very likely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Nissan Murano's engine is markedly smaller than the Dodge Durango's. Remember that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; on the other hand, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. The Nissan Murano could learn a lesson or two from the Dodge with respect to torque. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Dodge Durango is markedly more powerful than the Murano.

Utility
The Dodge Durango is a better choice than the Murano in terms of hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of suitcases or massive dogs. The Durango will very likely prove friendlier than the Murano for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. Towing is quite a bit more the Durango's forte than it is the Murano's.

Convenience
The Dodge's fuel tank will need to be replenished a bit more often than the unit in the Nissan Murano.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Dodge Durango offers a bit more head room than the Nissan, there really isn't much of a difference. The Dodge Durango is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Nissan Murano.

Dimensions
The Dodge Durango is considerably heavier than the Nissan Murano. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge than the Nissan Murano because of its bigger tank. The Dodge Durango rides lower than the Nissan Murano, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The Nissan Murano and the Dodge Durango compete for the same parking spaces. The Nissan Murano's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic than the Dodge.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Nissan Murano is considerably cheaper to get to the dealership than the Dodge Durango. Producing an accurate fuel economy evaluation is so tricky that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Murano is the winner with respect to gas mileage. The Dodge Durango pales in comparison to the Nissan with respect to fuel economy. The Dodge isn't much costlier than the Nissan Murano as far as MSRP. The Nissan Murano will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Dodge Durango.

Overview
The Nissan and the Dodge have the same basic warranty.