2009 Ford Flex vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Flex | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |