1999 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 195 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 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Maxima. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Maxima | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Maxima | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
