1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Maxima | Expedition |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3327 mm |