2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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2008 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Maxima | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |