2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Grandis | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |