2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Maxima and 2006 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Maxima | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Maxima | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |