Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Nissan Murano | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 111.2 in | 1 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 192.8 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 75.4 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 66.6 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3920 lb. | -4 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.9 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.6 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.8 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 43.6 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.8 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.8 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 55.2 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.7 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -26.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 69.9 ft3 | -57.2 ft3 |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |
2015 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | I nearly ranked the new Nissan Murano's front seats ahead of its styling as reasons to buy one. With form-fitting contours and cushy-yet-supportive construction "inspired by NASA," they're that good. I wasn't able to drive the Murano all day, but felt like I easily could have. The 2015 Ford Edge's driver seat didn't initially strike me as especially comfortable. It felt flatter and less luxurious than that in the Nissan. But over the course of my test drive it seemed to fit and support me better and better. By the end it seemed very comfortable, yet still not quite as good as the Nissan's. The Edge Titanium's seats have a sportier appearance and shape than the SEL's, and might provide more lateral support. see full Nissan Murano review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Nissan Murano.