2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 982 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maxima | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
