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Nissan Maxima vs. Toyota Camry

99 messages, Last post on Mar 16, 2009 at 1:40 PM

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What is this discussion about? Nissan Maxima, Toyota Camry, Car Comparisons, Car Buying, Sedan

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#30 of 99 Re: Maxima or Camry [tristan1] by bv050506 Aug 24, 2006 (11:40 am)
Replying to: tristan1 (Aug 23, 2006 6:51 pm) she'll like the Max, its a real looker and rides well. My Avalon was very nice, just didn't like how it handled. The TL is really superb but about $3K more than an avalon. I still think my Camry is a better car than the Avalon was, mostly because of handling. It's not a TL though. Nissan better watch out they're getting to a point where others are in superior cars. I put wider tires on the Camry as soon as I got it and that helped a bunch. I don't think 18's will fir but a 17 will.
#31 of 99 turning radius by thenebean Aug 29, 2006 (7:51 am)
if i am not mistaken, i think the turning radius has a lot to do with the suspension on the car, and being that nissan put a sport suspension on the maxima, you get less of a turning radius because of it (though wheel size probably affects it too) something to consider... im a nissan nut, had a 92 max that i loved loved loved!!! if i had the money when i bought a new car 3 years ago, it would have been a max, but being fresh out of college, i went for a sentra ser spec v (which has a larger turning radius than the regular sentra due to the sport suspension) but i deal, i'll take a bad turning radius for the sporty feel! -thene Replies to this message: gaudreau (Aug 31, 2006 10:01 am) bv050506 (Sep 01, 2006 7:20 am)
#32 of 99 Nissan Maxima by correkmino996 Aug 30, 2006 (11:40 am)
I think all the problems that you guys are saying about the Maxima has to be related with the way you maintain the car and drive it. I had a 2000 Maxima SE 5 Spd and never had problems with it. I kept it well maintained and serviced it. The oil i used was synthetic and the clutch lasted till 85,000 miles thats quite a lot. my brake pads lasted untill i traded the car for a 2004 Maxima SE Automatic. These one already has 28,000 and the only problem i have is that it dosen't turn. Then any other issues none. I also put syntheic oil and 93 otane fuel in it. The car is perfect and would not prefer any other. Replies to this message: bv050506 (Aug 31, 2006 9:31 am)
#33 of 99 Re: Nissan Maxima [correkmino996] by bv050506 Aug 31, 2006 (9:31 am)
Replying to: correkmino996 (Aug 30, 2006 11:40 am) Mine was a 2004 SE as well. The turning radius issue got to be too much for me. Otherwise it was an excellent vehicle and I had no problems. Put a billet grille on mine and got rid of the toothed thing it came with. It REALLY added a lopt to the looks. Easy to install!!!
#34 of 99 Re: turning radius [thenebean] by gaudreau Aug 31, 2006 (10:01 am)
Replying to: thenebean (Aug 29, 2006 7:51 am) Turning radius is really lousy. This is my 3 Maxima (94,99,04) and probably my last. Had to replace rear breaks, discs etc after 27000 miles fronts at 36 000, the electric engine mount, rear right bearing at 36 000. I guess the one thing that I don't like is if I leave the car in the driveway for a awhile (5 days) rust starts to form on the discs (front and rear) and sometimes that rust feels like the discs are warped. I was "lucky" the dealer replaced the front discs before the 12000 miles limit. Front tires had to be replaced because of mis-alignment on the dealer part. (those 18 inch tires are very expensive.) I have a Jeep Wrangler that I store in the winter in my backyard for the past 7 years. I never had to worry about rust on discs. Replies to this message: bv050506 (Sep 01, 2006 7:20 am)
#35 of 99 Re: turning radius [gaudreau] by bv050506 Sep 01, 2006 (7:20 am)
Replying to: gaudreau (Aug 31, 2006 10:01 am) I don't recall the rust issue, as I only had it about a year. I was REALLY impressed with how it went through snow though! Yes, I've bought some 18's and they are expensive. The Hemi wouldn't go through an inch of snow with the Continentals it had on it, so I had to buy 2 Nokian Hakapolita all season radials, $210 each. It was unbelievable how go those went through snow, and fixed the problem, albeit expensive. Better than Blizzaks in my book!
#36 of 99 Re: Maxima or Camry [perna] by hiredhand Sep 02, 2006 (6:05 pm)
Replying to: perna (Jul 28, 2006 11:52 am) I have had an 87,90 93,2002,04 & now the 07. Between 93 & 2002 I had Toyota 4Runer, Toyota Solara and Audi AWD 6. In my opion all three are very overrated especialy the Audi. For this reason I went back to Maxima which I have never had any mechanical or electrical problems. When I saw the 04 Maxima I had to have it. I got the SE Black with Elite pkg, i was not dissapointed. I found it to be sneeky quick, handeling & cornering at high speeds exellant and yes it was great in snow. I was still getting compliments by people walking by on it's looks until the day I turned it in. The cons were turning radius and torque to the left steering. I now have had the 07 SE Black again with/the elite pkg. since 7/4/06. A week later I drove to N.C. & I coulndn't wait to drive everyday. The turning radias in very much improved, torgue steering is all most none existant, also they smotthed out the ride without sacrificing handling. The navigation system has been updated not that I had a problem with the 04. If I put in the correct address I get to my destination. New on this model is back-up sensors & tire pressure display. The front buckets and power seat settings are numerous. As you can tell I love my Maximas'. Replies to this message: bv050506 (Sep 05, 2006 6:39 am)
#37 of 99 Re: Maxima or Camry [hiredhand] by bv050506 Sep 05, 2006 (6:39 am)
Replying to: hiredhand (Sep 02, 2006 6:05 pm) Sounds like they addressed all the hickups I ever had with my,04. Is the Elite package the bucket seats in the rear? Sounds like a great car and improved, especially where it needed it. Think about the billett grille, it adds a lot to the front end. Enjoy your ride safely!
#38 of 99 Re: Maxima or Camry [m183837] by drjames Sep 06, 2006 (2:17 am)
Replying to: m183837 (Jul 07, 2006 7:48 am) I am trying to decide between the 2006-07 Nissan Maxima or the 2007 Toyota Camry XLE. The car I choose will be equiped with all the bells and whistles. What are your recommendations, should I go for the Camry or the Maxima? Very difficult, no? lol.. it hard to compare the two since they aren't true rivals as many have already mentioned. The Maxima is a fine car... I've always been a fan, but got the SE myself and have been loving it. The Maxima was just getting to big for what I wanted for my everyday car. Infact, the Camry was pushing it too, but am not regretting it. Feature-wise... the maxima has more, but the new maxima is only a year and and half away.. so... As others have said, Nissan's rival for the Camry would be more in the lines of the Altima. Just a suggestion, since you're willing to spend more, take a look at the new Lexus ES350. It's more than just a camry dipped in gold, it's more like platinum! Replies to this message: bv050506 (Sep 06, 2006 4:19 am) damon34 (Sep 09, 2006 1:21 am) bv050506 (Sep 11, 2006 5:33 am) and 8 more... jetjockg (Sep 07, 2006 3:44 am) pat (Sep 07, 2006 4:17 am) jetjockg (Sep 07, 2006 6:47 am) and 10 more...
#39 of 99 Re: Maxima or Camry [drjames] by bv050506 Sep 06, 2006 (4:19 am)
Replying to: drjames (Sep 06, 2006 2:17 am) I've owned them both. Had a '04 Maxima SE and currently have a '07 Camry XLE with all the bells but nav. There is a good article I just read last night in Road and Track about the new Max. Sounds like the two major issues I had were turning circle and torque steer have been addressed. Mileage won't be as good with the Maxima, my v-6 Camry got 33mpg over the weekend on a 180 mile trip with the air on. The Max will get 28ish. The new tranny in the Max sounds delightful, but the 6 speed in the Camry is sweet too, dispite what some people think. The Max is bigger inside than the Camry, the trunk is slightly larger. The Max will handle better as it has more of a sport feel to it. The 6 speed Camry V-6 is slightly quicker, yet with better mileage. IMHO the intereior of the Camry is nicer, but in fairness haven't been in a new Max yet. The Toyota will be more reliable. I do like the different grill they put on the Max this year. My guess is the Max will be slightly more expensive, however not a mitigating factor. All the best, either ride will be awesome! Replies to this message: damon34 (Sep 09, 2006 1:21 am) bv050506 (Sep 11, 2006 5:33 am) urbancar (Sep 25, 2006 3:18 pm) and 7 more...

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