Model Year | 2017 | 2010 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,776 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,897 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,574 kg | 1,528 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 62 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,143 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 996 mm | -64 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 869 mm | 904 mm | -35 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,012 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 827 L | -422 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.3 | 1,877 L | 13.3 |
2017 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | Starting with the 2013 Altima and continuing with the 2015 Murano, the latest Nissans have had exceptionally comfortable front seats. The new Maxima's seats are based on the Altima's, but have some additional padding. While they don't feel as cushy and form-fitting to me as the Murano's, they're still more comfortable than the Acura TLX's front seats, which are themselves pretty good. The side bolsters are of similarly moderate size and aggressiveness in both cars, but the Maxima SR's Alcantara upholstery prevents sliding much better than the TLX's leather. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2017 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
If you need an especially roomy rear seat, then the Maxima isn't your best bet. The Nissan does have an inch or two more rear knee room than the Acura TLX, and about an inch more rear headroom than the Lincoln MKZ (perhaps enough for someone six-feet tall), but the LaCrosse, Azera, and Avalon offer enough rear seat space for adults to not only fit but stretch out. see full Nissan Maxima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Nissan Maxima.
2010 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
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 |