1998 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 15 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 368 kg more than 1998 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti G 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 2013 Infiniti G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 Infiniti G (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Maxima | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
