2009 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Fit | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |