1999 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 209 kg more than 1999 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |