2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 473 kg more 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 (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Maxima | Flex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
