2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 482 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Maxima | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |