2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester 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) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 197 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Maxima | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Maxima | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
