2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Versa | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
