2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
