Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5800 246 lb-ft@4400 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 182 hp@6000 182 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 106.3 in | 4.9 in |
Length | 187.6 in | 179.0 in | 8.6 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 71.7 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 67.7 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3851 lb. | 3443 lb. | 408 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 0.0 in | 59.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 54.6 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.4 in | 41.3 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 41.6 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 0.0 in | 59.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 53.9 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 38.2 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -31.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.6 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.6 | 31.7 ft3 | 0.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.6 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | 7.6 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 |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |