2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 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 75 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
