2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Maxima | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3270 mm |