2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Camry | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
