Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | smart fortwo | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
1.0L I3 DOHC-4v 70 hp@5800 68 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 73.5 in | 35.8 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 106.1 in | 84.5 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 61.4 in | 11.8 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 60.7 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3556 lb. | 1808 lb. | 1748 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 8.7 gal. | 11.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.7 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 48.0 in | 8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 45.4 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.2 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 0.0 in | 34.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 41.2 in (over 1 rows) | 37.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
Roomy, sits high see full smart fortwo review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
comfortable driving position. see full smart fortwo review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
firm and supportive as needed, minimal seat fatigue on long drives see full smart fortwo review |
2010 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. Fortwo mean for 2 people. No surprises. see full smart fortwo review |