Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 109.3 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 192.8 in | 3.2 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.2 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 56.5 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 3770 lb. | 3552 lb. | 218 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.7 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.2 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 45.0 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.7 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 55.7 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 53.5 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 34.2 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.5 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
2009 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Nissan Maxima.