1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 299 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
