2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 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. Both 2009 Nissan Maxima and 2011 Nissan Altima are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Maxima | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |