Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Buick Regal | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5800 246 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 220 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 107.8 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 187.6 in | 190.2 in | -2.6 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 73.1 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 58.4 in | 8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3851 lb. | 3671 lb. | 180 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 38.8 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 56.7 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.4 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.4 in | 42.1 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 36.8 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 54.4 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 52.3 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 37.3 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 67.4 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 |
2011 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2011 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |