Model Year | 2016 | 2015 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 108.3 in | 1 in |
Length | 192.8 in | 180.5 in | 12.3 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 68.9 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 63.6 in | -7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3471 lb. | 3457 lb. | 14 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.7 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.5 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.1 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.0 in | 40.7 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.4 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.5 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 57.8 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 39.4 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.5 in | -30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.3 | 44.4 ft3 | -30.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.3 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -56.6 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.
2015 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |