Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Acura RL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5800 246 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 110.2 in | 1 in |
Length | 187.6 in | 193.6 in | -6 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 72.2 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 57.1 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3983 lb. | 4012 lb. | -29 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 19.4 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 38.5 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 58.5 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.1 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.4 in | 42.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 37.2 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 56.1 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 54.0 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.3 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 19.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 68.5 ft3 |
2007 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 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 |
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 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 |
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 AWD |
Room for 4 regular size! need to say more! see full Nissan Murano review |
2007 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 |
2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |