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 | 2,807 mm | 2,824 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,032 mm | 4,788 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,882 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,458 mm | 1,702 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,710 kg | 1,749 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 82 L | -16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,107 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,001 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 922 mm | 33 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 453 L | 923 L | -470 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 | 2,311 L | 14 |
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 |