Kia Cadenza vs. Nissan Maxima
When we compare the Kia Cadenza's and the Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the Kia Cadenza has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Cadenza's and the Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Maxima is a better car than the Kia Cadenza.
Kia Cadenza vs. Nissan Maxima Pricing
A used 2020 Kia Cadenza ranges from $23,677 to $34,942 while a used 2020 Nissan Maxima is priced between $19,996 to $32,998.
Kia Cadenza vs. Nissan Maxima Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Cadenza loses 52.8 percent of its value and the Nissan Maxima loses 52.1 percent of its value. This means the Nissan Maxima retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Cadenza.
Kia Cadenza vs. Nissan Maxima Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Cadenza is 6.8 out of 10 while the Nissan Maxima's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Kia Cadenza being ranked 8 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Nissan Maxima being ranked 3 out of 8.
Kia Cadenza vs. Nissan Maxima Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Cadenza is 7.4 out of 10. For the Nissan Maxima the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Maxima an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Cadenza.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Cadenza’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Nissan Maxima base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Cadenza is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The Maxima is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles. This gives the Nissan Maxima the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Cadenza. The Cadenza uses regular unleaded, and the Maxima uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Kia Cadenza has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 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:
23677 - 34942
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.528136
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19996 - 32998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.52091
Kia Cadenza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.75 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
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
Kia Cadenza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
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8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Nissan 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
Kia Cadenza Trim Levels
Limited, Technology
Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 S, 3.5 SL, 3.5 SR, 3.5 SV, Platinum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
253 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
261 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
20 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3770 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
197 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3559 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
192.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18