Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6000 252 lb-ft@4400 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 109.8 in | 1.4 in |
Length | 193.5 in | 188.2 in | 5.3 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 74.0 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 74.6 in | -16.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3579 lb. | 4871 lb. | -1292 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.5 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.1 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.8 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 40.0 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 57.4 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.8 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -23.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.5 | 49.7 ft3 | -34.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -62 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Nissan Maxima.
2009 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |