1994 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1994 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Maxima. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Nissan Maxima | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Maxima | X6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |