Model Year | 2014 | 2023 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Kia Carnival | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 121.7 in | -12.4 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 203.0 in | -12.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 78.5 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 68.5 in | -10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 4376 lb. | -820 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.9 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 64.2 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 59.8 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.1 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.5 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 63.2 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 66.4 in | -12.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 40.5 in | -5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.6 in | -38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 59.5 in | -59.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | -38.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 40.2 ft3 | -26 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 86.9 ft3 | -72.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 145.1 ft3 | -130.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan Maxima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Carnival.