2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Maxima and 2005 Vauxhall VX220 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 702 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Vauxhall VX220 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 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Maxima 2005 Vauxhall VX220
Make Nissan Vauxhall
Model Maxima VX220
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3507 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 203 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1578 kg 876 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 54 L


 

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