2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 Ford Falcon 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 2010 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Maxima | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
