Nissan Murano (2010) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2009) Specs

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2010 Nissan Murano and 2009 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year	2010	2009
Model	Nissan Murano	Mazda Mazda3
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.2 in	103.9 in	7.3 in
Length	188.5 in	176.6 in	11.9 in
Width	74.1 in	69.1 in	5 in
Height	67.0 in	57.7 in	9.3 in
Curb Weight	3855 lb.	2808 lb.	1047 lb.
Fuel Capacity	21.7 gal.	14.5 gal.	7.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.1 in	39.1 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.6 in	54.9 in	4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.8 in	54.9 in	-0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.6 in	41.9 in	1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.4 in	38.4 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	59.6 in	54.0 in	5.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.4 in	53.9 in	1.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.3 in	36.3 in	0 in
Total Legroom	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	1.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	32.6 ft³	17.1 ft³	15.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	81.6 ft³	43.8 ft³	37.8 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Nissan Murano

2010 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
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Very comfy for the long hauls. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Grown up 6'ish sons, there's plenty of room for them in back. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	The power driver seat and tilting/telescopic steer wheel puts you in perfect driving position- I felt that the RAV-4s steering wheel was always too far away. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Very roomy and comfortable. Heated seats add a nice touch. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Reclining rear seats with plenty of leg and head room. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Fully adjustable , lumbar, heated leather. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	There is plenty of room in the front seat area. It feels open and spacious. Tall drivers might find they would like a little more headroom or the ability to lower the seat another inch. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	The rear set is large and fairly comfortable with plenty of leg room and easy access. The rear seat backs recline, making them more comfortable for travel. see full Nissan Murano review

2010 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Overall, the seat is too soft. The seatback is completely lacking in lateral support and the cushion is too short with no thigh support. It�s fine for around town driving, but tiring after just an hour of highway travel. The lumbar support is decent, b see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Slghtly less leg room for 2nd row passenger see full Nissan Murano review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda Mazda3

2009 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Tilt and telescopic wheel plus the adjustments with the drivers seat had me in a very good/comfortable driving position. Being comfortable allows me to concentrate on the drive ahead instead of being distracted by squirming around in the seat. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2010	4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Being a 5 door hatch, there is plenty of room back for 2 full size adults or 3 kids/teenagers. The versatility of the hatch makes it feel like a Mini SUV. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2010	4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Very comfortable and form fitting. My butt and back feel supported. Leg room is great. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2009	4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review

2009 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Rear seat space can be tight see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD	good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review

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