2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 633 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Touareg | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |