2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 593 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Yaris | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |
