2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 802 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 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Maxima | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 438 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
