2004 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2004 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Nissan Maxima | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Maxima | Transporter |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3410 mm |