2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (291 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Explorer | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |