2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 222 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Avensis |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |