2005 Lada 111 vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Lada 111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Lada 111. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 111 | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 111 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
