2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 509 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
