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Nissan Murano (2011) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Nissan Murano and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2011 Nissan Murano and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Nissan Murano Kia Sorento  
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 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 188.5 in 183.9 in 4.6 in
Width 74.1 in 74.2 in -0.1 in
Height 67.0 in 67.3 in -0.3 in
Curb Weight 4009 lb. 3935 lb. 74 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.7 gal. 19.8 gal. 1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 39.2 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.6 in 59.3 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.8 in 56.3 in -1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 41.3 in 2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 39.2 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 58.7 in 0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.4 in 55.9 in -0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 37.6 in -1.3 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.7 in -36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.8 in -53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 44.4 in -44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 31.3 in -31.3 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) -30.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.6 ft3 9.1 ft3 23.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 32.6 37.0 ft3 -4.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum 81.6 ft3 72.5 ft3 9.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Murano

2011 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review
 
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