Model Year | 2016 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 91.7 in | 17.6 in |
Length | 192.8 in | 157.3 in | 35.5 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 67.7 in | 5.5 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 49.0 in | 7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3471 lb. | 2441 lb. | 1030 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.4 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 53.2 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 50.6 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.0 in | 43.1 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.2 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 36.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
2016 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | Starting with the 2013 Altima and continuing with the 2015 Murano, the latest Nissans have had exceptionally comfortable front seats. The new Maxima's seats are based on the Altima's, but have some additional padding. While they don't feel as cushy and form-fitting to me as the Murano's, they're still more comfortable than the Acura TLX's front seats, which are themselves pretty good. The side bolsters are of similarly moderate size and aggressiveness in both cars, but the Maxima SR's Alcantara upholstery prevents sliding much better than the TLX's leather. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2016 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
If you need an especially roomy rear seat, then the Maxima isn't your best bet. The Nissan does have an inch or two more rear knee room than the Acura TLX, and about an inch more rear headroom than the Lincoln MKZ (perhaps enough for someone six-feet tall), but the LaCrosse, Azera, and Avalon offer enough rear seat space for adults to not only fit but stretch out. see full Nissan Maxima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Nissan Maxima.
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |