Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 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 | 109.3 in | 109.8 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 188.2 in | 2.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 74.0 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 74.6 in | -16.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 4871 lb. | -1315 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.5 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 55.1 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.8 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 40.0 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.4 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.8 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.8 in | -2.2 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 | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -25.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 49.7 ft3 | -35.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -63.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan Maxima.
2008 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 |