Model Year | 2006 | 2021 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5800 255 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 110.8 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 193.5 in | 189.0 in | 4.5 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 74.8 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 66.7 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3473 lb. | 3856 lb. | -383 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.3 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.0 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.5 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.4 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.1 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.0 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.0 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 41.7 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.5 in | -42.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.6 in | -29.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 112.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.5 | 45.0 ft3 | -29.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 | -60 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Nissan Maxima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Sorento.