Ford Explorer (2006) vs. Nissan Murano (2006) Specs

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2006 Ford Explorer and 2006 Nissan Murano Specifications

Model Year	2006	2006
Model	Ford Explorer	Nissan Murano
Engine	4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5800 246 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	6-speed automatic	CVT
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	113.7 in	111.2 in	2.5 in
Length	193.4 in	187.6 in	5.8 in
Width	73.7 in	74.0 in	-0.3 in
Height	72.8 in	66.5 in	6.3 in
Curb Weight	4531 lb.	3983 lb.	548 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	21.7 gal.	0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.8 in	40.7 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.0 in	59.6 in	-0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.4 in	56.2 in	-0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.4 in	43.4 in	-1 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	39.7 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.9 in	59.1 in	-0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.5 in	56.6 in	-1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.9 in	36.1 in	0.8 in
Headroom, Row 3	37.4 in	0.0 in	37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	53.1 in	0.0 in	53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	45.3 in	0.0 in	45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	34.9 in	0.0 in	34.9 in
Total Legroom	114.2 in (over 3 rows)	79.5 in (over 2 rows)	34.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.6 ft³	32.6 ft³	-19 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.9 ft³	32.6	11.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	83.7 ft³	81.6 ft³	2.1 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer

2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review
2005	4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review
2005	4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD	Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Murano

2006 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Feels more expensive and luxurious, like a Jaguar see full Nissan Murano review
2007	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	It is large enough to comfortably seat three people, plus still having a large capacity trunk. see full Nissan Murano review
2007	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Perfect for a taller person; longer seat bottom gives better support; 8 way seat lets one get just the right position. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Plenty of room for an adult to stretch out and the reclining rear seats make it that much nicer. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Lots of stretch out space. Not cramped. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Foot room not cramped. Lots of stretch room. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Can fit 4 150lb persons easy. Plenty of room to move around with 3 any size! see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Even I can ride in the back seat. Not something that I can do in a lot of cars. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Room for 4 regular size! need to say more! see full Nissan Murano review
2005	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Very roomy see full Nissan Murano review

2006 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	I had a Camaro once, and the seats would have been better suited to that, rather than a crossover to take to work and back. The lumbar hurt, no matter where I set it. see full Nissan Murano review

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