2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
