1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 16 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Prius |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |