Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 107.1 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 189.0 in | -0.5 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 71.1 in | 3 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 58.3 in | 8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3855 lb. | 3294 lb. | 561 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 57.1 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.5 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 43.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.0 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 56.3 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 54.7 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.8 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 66.6 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
You can fit comfortably 3 adults across the back (for short to medium trips) or two car seats and one adult. see full Nissan Murano review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Hip point makes easy entry/egress. Supports my 265 pound frame. Offers enough leg/hip/shoulder room. Seats are heated, which is great in the cold Arctic. Many choices of moving/tilting helps me get a comfortable position at all times whild driving! see full Nissan Murano review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.