2011 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 335 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 335 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |