Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 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 | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.9 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 175.9 in | 14.7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 69.7 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 57.2 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 3278 lb. | 278 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.2 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 53.7 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.6 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.1 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 50.7 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.4 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 1.6 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 2008 Volvo S40.