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Nissan Murano (2009) vs. Subaru Forester (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Nissan Murano and 2008 Subaru Forester specs.

2009 Nissan Murano and 2008 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Nissan Murano Subaru Forester  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
265 hp@6000
248 lb-ft@4000
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission CVT 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.2 in 99.4 in 11.8 in
Length 188.5 in 176.6 in 11.9 in
Width 74.1 in 68.3 in 5.8 in
Height 67.0 in 65.0 in 2 in
Curb Weight 4009 lb. 3350 lb. 659 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.7 gal. 15.9 gal. 5.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 39.8 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.6 in 53.5 in 6.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.8 in 51.6 in 3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 43.6 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 39.7 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 53.6 in 6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.4 in 51.6 in 3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 33.7 in 2.6 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) 2.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.6 ft3 32.0 ft3 0.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 81.6 ft3 57.7 ft3 23.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Murano

2009 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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 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 AWD
Well fitted comfortable seat with quality leather and plenty of adjustments. 2 Seat memory makes minimizes readjustment with 2 drivers and allows for easy exit and entrance. 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
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 AWD
Very roomy and comfortable. Heated seats add a nice touch. see full Nissan Murano review
2009 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Slghtly less leg room for 2nd row passenger see full Nissan Murano review
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Forester

2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Pleanty of room for long legs in the rear seat. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Rear seat has plenty of leg room, and the roof is high for tall drivers. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lost of room for the kids. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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