Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5800 246 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 113.7 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 187.6 in | 193.4 in | -5.8 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 73.7 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 72.8 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3983 lb. | 4706 lb. | -723 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 59.0 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.4 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.4 in | 42.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 38.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 58.9 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 55.5 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.9 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.6 | 43.9 ft3 | -11.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
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 |
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 |