2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 177 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Maxima | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maxima | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
