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Nissan Murano (2015) vs. Hyundai Santa Fe (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Nissan Murano and 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe specs.

2015 Nissan Murano and 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications

Model Year 2015 2012  
Model Nissan Murano Hyundai Santa Fe  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
260 hp@6000
240 lb-ft@4400
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.2 in 106.3 in 4.9 in
Length 192.8 in 184.1 in 8.7 in
Width 75.4 in 74.4 in 1 in
Height 66.6 in 67.9 in -1.3 in
Curb Weight 3920 lb. 4054 lb. -134 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.0 gal. 18.0 gal. 1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.9 in 40.2 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.6 in 59.5 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.8 in 55.8 in -1 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 42.6 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 39.6 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.8 in 58.6 in 0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.2 in 55.0 in 0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.7 in 36.8 in 1.9 in
Total Legroom 82.3 in (over 2 rows) 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 39.6 ft3 34.2 ft3 5.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 69.9 ft3 78.2 ft3 -8.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Nissan Murano

2015 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 
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