2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody and 2005 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Hardbody | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1574 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |
