1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Hilux |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |