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2008 Nissan Maxima and 2012 Volvo C30 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Nissan Maxima | Volvo C30 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6000 252 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 103.9 in | 7.3 in |
| Length | 193.5 in | 167.4 in | 26.1 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 70.2 in | 1.5 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.0 in | 1.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3579 lb. | 3211 lb. | 368 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.2 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 53.6 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.1 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 42.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 47.0 in | 9.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 41.5 in | 13.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 33.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Nissan Maxima
| 2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Bucket seats hold you in around corners - very supportive. Telescopic steering wheel and power seats ensure you get a great driving position. Both seats and steering wheel are heated. Dual climate control great for passengers. see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
It fits everywhere. On a recent trip, I drove all day and was never "seat tired". see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Adjustable everything! Air conditioned driver seat a huge consideration. see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
My tall friends hit there heads on the roofline, they are over 6 foot see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat of the 7th gen Maxima is slightly smaller than that of the 6th gen Maxima. Still fairly roomy, but slightly smaller. This is understandable because of the major styling change, and the conversion from 'near luxury family sedan' back to 'near luxury family sedan with a sporty edge' that took place between these generations. see full Nissan Maxima review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo C30
| 2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |
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