Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Nissan Murano | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 111.2 in | -8.2 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 188.5 in | -9 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 74.1 in | -4 in |
Height | 65.9 in | 67.0 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 4009 lb. | -569 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.1 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.6 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 43.6 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 59.6 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.3 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 32.6 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 81.6 ft3 | -13.3 ft3 |
2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
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 |