2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 167 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 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Maxima | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
