Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 244 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.1 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 180.3 in | 10.3 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 68.5 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 58.1 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 3175 lb. | 381 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.3 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.8 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 43.5 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.2 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 33.5 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Nissan Maxima.
2010 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is no lumbar support which makes it tough for drives over 2 hours. The seats could be better for its class. I think Subaru remedied this issue in the new body style, however. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |