Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Murano.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.