2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 319 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
