Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5800 255 lb-ft@4400 |
6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 109.5 in | 1.7 in |
Length | 193.5 in | 186.6 in | 6.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 73.3 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 67.7 in | -9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3436 lb. | 4726 lb. | -1290 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 20.8 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 57.6 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.7 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.3 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.5 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 60.6 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 35.5 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | -19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 67.4 ft3 | -51.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Nissan Maxima.
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |