Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Nissan Murano | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 121.2 in | -10 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 202.5 in | -14 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 76.9 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 68.9 in | -1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3855 lb. | 4494 lb. | -639 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 20.5 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 37.2 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 63.0 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 40.6 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 64.7 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.6 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.6 | 83.0 ft3 | -50.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.6 ft3 | 140.6 ft3 | -59 ft3 |
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 |
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