Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 194 kW@6000 325 Nm@4400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 160 kW@5600 301 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,824 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,788 mm | 4,689 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,882 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,702 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,749 kg | 1,655 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 82 L | 72 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,514 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,107 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 925 mm | -3 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 820 mm | -820 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,011 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 767 mm | -767 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 923 L | 297 L | 626 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.6 | 1,124 L | 31.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,311 L | 2,282 L | 0 L |
2011 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 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |