Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 109.8 in | 1.4 in |
Length | 192.8 in | 188.4 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 75.4 in | 75.2 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 66.6 in | 68.1 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3920 lb. | 4178 lb. | -258 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 59.7 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.7 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 43.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 40.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.8 in | 59.5 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 56.5 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 39.6 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.6 | 42.3 ft3 | -2.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.9 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -25.5 ft3 |
2015 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | I nearly ranked the new Nissan Murano's front seats ahead of its styling as reasons to buy one. With form-fitting contours and cushy-yet-supportive construction "inspired by NASA," they're that good. I wasn't able to drive the Murano all day, but felt like I easily could have. The 2015 Ford Edge's driver seat didn't initially strike me as especially comfortable. It felt flatter and less luxurious than that in the Nissan. But over the course of my test drive it seemed to fit and support me better and better. By the end it seemed very comfortable, yet still not quite as good as the Nissan's. The Edge Titanium's seats have a sportier appearance and shape than the SEL's, and might provide more lateral support. see full Nissan Murano review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Nissan Murano.
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. 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 |
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 |
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
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 |