2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (291 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2005 Maserati Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima. 2009 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Maserati Coupe | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Coupe | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |