1998 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 117 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |