2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Maxima | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
