2008 Toyota Previa vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Previa | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Previa | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
