2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 892 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 (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Maxima | Touran |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |