Nissan Murano vs. Dodge Durango Review

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. The Nissan will save you money at the pump compared to the Durango. Regarding MSRP, the Nissan doesn't cost much less than the Dodge Durango. The Dodge Durango will cost you a bundle in gasoline every year compared to the Murano. The Nissan Murano will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Dodge Durango.

Utility
The Dodge's bigger trunk will accommodate more massive things than the Nissan Murano. The Dodge Durango will very likely prove friendlier than the Nissan for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. The Dodge Durango is a better choice than the Nissan Murano in terms of transporting cargo, especially if you often need to carry a lot of equipment or large beasts. Towing is quite a bit more the Dodge's forte than it is the Murano's.

Convenience
You most definitely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Dodge than with the Nissan Murano, because both offer comparable mileage ranges.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Durango offers a bit more head room than the Nissan Murano, there frankly isn't much of a difference. While the rear of the Dodge Durango offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the Nissan Murano, there honestly isn't much of a difference.

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

Performance
The Dodge Durango is likely to feel a bit sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio.

Handling
The Dodge has markedly bigger tires than the Nissan Murano. Keep in mind that bigger tires can improve handling, while smaller tires might improve gas mileage. With their similar turning radii, the Nissan Murano and the Dodge Durango most definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge's engine is markedly bigger than the Nissan Murano's. Keep in mind that bigger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones.

Overview
The Dodge Durango and the Nissan Murano have the same basic after-sale protection.