Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 112.4 in | -3.1 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 187.2 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 75.9 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 68.0 in | -10.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1744 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.7 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.7 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.3 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.3 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.4 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 35.6 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -16.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -56.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Maxima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.