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Nissan Maxima (2017) vs. Toyota Highlander (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Nissan Maxima and 2009 Toyota Highlander specs.

2017 Nissan Maxima and 2009 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2017 2009  
Model Nissan Maxima Toyota Highlander  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 109.8 in -0.5 in
Length 192.8 in 188.4 in 4.4 in
Width 73.2 in 75.2 in -2 in
Height 56.5 in 68.1 in -11.6 in
Curb Weight 3471 lb. 3847 lb. -376 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 19.2 gal. -1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.6 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 59.7 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.2 in 56.7 in -2.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.0 in 43.2 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 40.1 in -3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.7 in 59.5 in -3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 56.5 in -3 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.2 in 38.3 in -4.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.3 in -36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 42.3 in -42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 29.2 in -29.2 in
Total Legroom 79.2 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -31.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.3 ft3 10.3 ft3 4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 14.3 42.3 ft3 -28
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.3 ft3 95.4 ft3 -81.1 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Nissan Maxima

2017 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
2017 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review
 
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