2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Maxima and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 188 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Maxima | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 342 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |