Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 110.0 in | -0.7 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 190.7 in | -0.1 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 72.1 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 57.9 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 3468 lb. | 88 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.0 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.3 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 54.7 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 45.5 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.5 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.7 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -1.2 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 2015 Kia Optima.