Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 230 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6000 252 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,824 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,641 mm | 4,915 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,650 kg | 1,623 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 63 L | 76 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,433 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,326 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,115 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 947 mm | 26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,318 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 927 mm | 8 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,265 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 993 mm | 0 mm | 993 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 704 mm | 0 mm | 704 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,695 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 422 L | 439 L | -17 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,025 L | 15.5 | -14.5 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,056 L | 15.5 | -13.5 L |
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Bucket seats hold you in around corners - very supportive. Telescopic steering wheel and power seats ensure you get a great driving position. Both seats and steering wheel are heated. Dual climate control great for passengers. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
It fits everywhere. On a recent trip, I drove all day and was never "seat tired". see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Adjustable everything! Air conditioned driver seat a huge consideration. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
My tall friends hit there heads on the roofline, they are over 6 foot see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat of the 7th gen Maxima is slightly smaller than that of the 6th gen Maxima. Still fairly roomy, but slightly smaller. This is understandable because of the major styling change, and the conversion from 'near luxury family sedan' back to 'near luxury family sedan with a sporty edge' that took place between these generations. see full Nissan Maxima review |