Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Volvo V50 | |
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 Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.9 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 177.7 in | 12.9 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. | 3379 lb. | 177 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 | 38.1 in | -1.7 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, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -13.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -48.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Maxima.
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |