2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Maxima | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
