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Nissan Maxima (2011) vs. Volvo S60 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Nissan Maxima and 2012 Volvo S60 specs.

2011 Nissan Maxima and 2012 Volvo S60 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Nissan Maxima Volvo S60  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
216 kW@6400
354 Nm@4400
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
224 kW@5600
441 Nm@2100
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,776 mm 2,776 mm 0 mm
Length 4,841 mm 4,628 mm 0 mm
Width 1,859 mm 1,864 mm 0 mm
Height 1,468 mm 1,483 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,613 kg 1,729 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 76 L 67 L 9 L
Headroom, Row 1 978 mm 973 mm 5 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,430 mm 1,448 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,356 mm 1,394 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,113 mm 1,064 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 925 mm 950 mm -25 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,402 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,359 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 851 mm 28 mm
Total Legroom 1,991 mm (over 2 rows) 1,915 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 402 L 340 L 62 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Maxima

2011 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Lumbar in the base model. Good side bolstering on bottom cushion and through the shoulders. Large range of adjustment and the wheel tilts and shifts. see full Nissan Maxima review
2010 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Lots of room, soft seats. see full Nissan Maxima review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo S60

2012 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The driver's seat and driver's position are outstanding, the best I've ever experienced and I've driven Lexuses and Infinitis. Passenger's seat is also very comfortable.rnrnCaution: Back seat and trunk are small. Also, no spare. You get an inflation kit. You can pay $250 for a donut spare. see full Volvo S60 review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Volvo has a reputation for quality seating - I am very pleased with the comfort and support. I had a recent trip of about 14 hours, and the seats provided the best comfort I've had compared to all other cars I've owned and have drove in long distance trips. see full Volvo S60 review
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review
2012 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very tight in back. see full Volvo S60 review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat space is smaller than 3-series BMW. It's fine for children/young adults, but full size people will find it a little tight. Volvo should have added about six inches to the length and a few inches in width. see full Volvo S60 review
 
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