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Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
Model | Scion FR-S | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@7000 151 lb-ft@6400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 109.3 in | -8.1 in |
Length | 166.7 in | 192.8 in | -26.1 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 73.2 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 50.6 in | 56.5 in | -5.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2758 lb. | 3471 lb. | -713 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 39.4 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 56.7 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.2 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 45.0 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 36.7 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 55.7 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 45.3 in | 53.5 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 34.2 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 71.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.2 in (over 2 rows) | -7.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 6.9 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
2014 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Unlike a Mazda Miata or Nissan 370Z, the FR-S has a rear seat. But even a driver of middling height will position the front seat just inches away from the rear seat, leaving too little room for a rear passenger's legs. It would help if there was enough space beneath the front seats for the rear passengers' feet, but there isn't. To even carry children in the back, occupants of the front seats must slide forward. The back seat will serve in a pinch, but the FR-S isn't viable for frequent use by four people. The late, lamented Mazda RX-8 was capable of carrying four adults thanks more intelligent packaging. see full Scion FR-S review |
2014 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed manual RWD |
Although form-fitting, the seats are incredibly comfortable, even for the big and tall crowd. The car fits like a bespoke suit. The back seat is suitable only for toddlers. see full Scion FR-S review |
2014 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed manual RWD |
Again, if your metric includes back seats, forget it. These are only here for insurance purposes. Seriously. see full Scion FR-S review |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed manual RWD |
If you are a larger person walk right by it, i'm only slightly above average (5-11, 190) and just wearing a coat can make for a tight fit. But if you do fit you can drive it for hours no problem. see full Scion FR-S review |
2016 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | Starting with the 2013 Altima and continuing with the 2015 Murano, the latest Nissans have had exceptionally comfortable front seats. The new Maxima's seats are based on the Altima's, but have some additional padding. While they don't feel as cushy and form-fitting to me as the Murano's, they're still more comfortable than the Acura TLX's front seats, which are themselves pretty good. The side bolsters are of similarly moderate size and aggressiveness in both cars, but the Maxima SR's Alcantara upholstery prevents sliding much better than the TLX's leather. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2016 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
If you need an especially roomy rear seat, then the Maxima isn't your best bet. The Nissan does have an inch or two more rear knee room than the Acura TLX, and about an inch more rear headroom than the Lincoln MKZ (perhaps enough for someone six-feet tall), but the LaCrosse, Azera, and Avalon offer enough rear seat space for adults to not only fit but stretch out. see full Nissan Maxima review |
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