2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 201 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 659 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
