2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 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 | 79 L |