2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
