2023 GMC Acadia vs. 2024 Nissan Murano Review

Picture of the 2023 GMC Acadia

2023 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,600
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan Murano

2024 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $38,190 to $47,900
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MPG - City 19 - 22 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.0 ft3 65.0 - 67.0 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 - 310 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.4 in 192.8 in
Exterior Width 75.4 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 38.1 - 39.9 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Acadia than in the Nissan Murano. The GMC Acadia will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Murano.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the GMC Acadia as you will with the Nissan Murano, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the GMC Acadia or the Nissan Murano, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The GMC Acadia is about the same width as the Nissan Murano. When looking at overall length, the GMC Acadia takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Murano.

Handling
The GMC Acadia has the same turning radius as the Nissan Murano, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The GMC Acadia has a little less horsepower than the Nissan Murano.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Acadia does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Nissan Murano.

Utility
The GMC Acadia offers greater seating capacity than the Nissan Murano, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The GMC Acadia has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Nissan Murano.