Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 105.1 in | 4.2 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 186.2 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 68.1 in | 5.1 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 56.1 in | 1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 3435 lb. | 121 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.4 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 51.0 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 44.1 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.7 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.6 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 33.9 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan Maxima.
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |