Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Acura RL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 271 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 110.2 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 195.8 in | -5.2 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 72.7 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 57.2 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 4083 lb. | -527 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.4 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.5 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.5 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 55.1 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.4 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.1 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.0 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.3 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Maxima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Acura RL.