2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Maxima | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |