2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
