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Nissan Maxima (2012) vs. Kia Optima (2020) Specs

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2012 Nissan Maxima and 2020 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2012 2020  
Model Nissan Maxima Kia Optima  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6400
261 lb-ft@4400
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@1350
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,776 mm 2,804 mm 0 mm
Length 4,841 mm 4,854 mm 0 mm
Width 1,859 mm 1,859 mm 0 mm
Height 1,468 mm 1,466 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,613 kg 1,614 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 76 L 70 L 6 L
Headroom, Row 1 978 mm 1,011 mm 977 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,430 mm 1,476 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,356 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,113 mm 1,156 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 925 mm 960 mm -35 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,433 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 904 mm -25 mm
Total Legroom 1,991 mm (over 2 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume 402 L 450 L -48 L

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