1996 Nissan Maxima vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Maxima | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |