2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 2009 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Maxima | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Maxima | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2960 mm |
