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Volkswagen Touareg (2012) vs. Nissan Murano (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg and 2011 Nissan Murano specs.

2012 Volkswagen Touareg and 2011 Nissan Murano Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
Model Volkswagen Touareg Nissan Murano  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@6200
265 lb-ft@3200
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
260 hp@6000
240 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic CVT  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.9 in 111.2 in 2.7 in
Length 188.8 in 188.5 in 0.3 in
Width 76.4 in 74.1 in 2.3 in
Height 68.2 in 67.0 in 1.2 in
Curb Weight 4711 lb. 4009 lb. 702 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 21.7 gal. 0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 40.1 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.8 in 59.6 in 0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.8 in -54.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 43.6 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.9 in 39.4 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.7 in 59.6 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.4 in -55.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.9 in 36.3 in -1.4 in
Total Legroom 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) -3.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.1 ft3 32.6 ft3 -0.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 70.9 ft3 81.6 ft3 -10.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg

2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Murano

2011 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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