Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5800 255 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 103.1 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 193.5 in | 174.7 in | 18.8 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 71.1 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 67.7 in | -9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3473 lb. | 3369 lb. | 104 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.4 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 56.6 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.3 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.6 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.2 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 55.9 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 49.1 in | 5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 35.6 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -13.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -50.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Nissan Maxima.
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |