2014 Acura TSX vs. 2014 Nissan Maxima
In comparing the 2014 Acura TSX's and the 2014 Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Acura TSX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2014 Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Acura TSX's and the 2014 Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2014 Acura TSX vs. 2014 Nissan Maxima Pricing
A used 2014 Acura TSX ranges from $9,990 to $19,673 while a used 2014 Nissan Maxima is priced between $6,981 to $16,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 Acura TSX’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the 2014 Nissan Maxima base engine makes 290 horsepower. The TSX is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The Maxima is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. This gives the 2014 Acura TSX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2014 Nissan Maxima. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2014 Acura TSX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2014 Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2014 Nissan Maxima has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9990 - 19673
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6981 - 16999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.52091
Acura TSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Maxima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.301809 / 10
Reliability:
8.605429 / 10
Retained Value:
6.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TSX Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Maxima Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2014 Acura TSX Trim Levels
Base, Special Edition, V-6 w/Tech, w/Tech
2014 Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 S, 3.5 SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
261 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
407 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3470 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
185.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3550 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
190.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18