2010 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 217 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Nissan Maxima 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Maxima Jetta
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 354 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4841 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1859 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1468 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2776 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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