2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
