Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Buick LaCrosse | Nissan Murano | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 300 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 248 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 111.2 in | -0.7 in |
Length | 198.1 in | 188.5 in | 9.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 74.1 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 57.4 in | 67.0 in | -9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3770 lb. | 3855 lb. | -85 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 59.6 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 54.8 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.6 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.4 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 59.6 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 55.4 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.3 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 32.6 ft3 | -16.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 81.6 ft3 | -65.6 ft3 |
2008 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. No place to store anything. see full Buick LaCrosse review |
2011 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
You can fit comfortably 3 adults across the back (for short to medium trips) or two car seats and one adult. see full Nissan Murano review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Hip point makes easy entry/egress. Supports my 265 pound frame. Offers enough leg/hip/shoulder room. Seats are heated, which is great in the cold Arctic. Many choices of moving/tilting helps me get a comfortable position at all times whild driving! see full Nissan Murano review |