2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2010 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Hilux | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |