2009 Honda Element vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |