Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 111.0 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 192.8 in | 197.2 in | -4.4 in |
Width | 75.4 in | 72.8 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 66.6 in | 58.5 in | 8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 3495 lb. | 295 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 59.4 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.8 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 41.3 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.5 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.8 in | 58.2 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 56.2 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.9 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 39.6 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 25.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.9 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 55.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Nissan Murano.
2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |