2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 6 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 782 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maxima | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
