2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maxima | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
