2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna 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) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 147 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (295 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 342 Nm | 295 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |