maxnewbie

I am new to the Maxima experience (previous Mitsu Diamante owner). I now own a 97 GLE (29,000 miles)and would like to know from any of you Maxima enthusiasts if your Maximas ride "hard" (front suspension). I guess I am used to a soft, unimpending ride from the Mitsu, but feel that the Maxima rides a bit hard in the front (almost feels like there is some play in the suspension). I have Bridgestone Turanza tires (H rated) that I had on my previous car (fairly new). However, I feel a lot of banging coming from underneath my gas pedal, too much road feel. Is this normal with Maximas? Or should I be feeling a little isolation from the road instead? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.