2004 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |