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2004 Nissan Maxima
The 2004 Nissan Maxima is a sedan. It has a 3.5-litre six-cylinder engine producing 265 hp (198 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 6.5 seconds and top speed is 124 mph (200 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2004 NISSAN MAXIMA
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed August 18, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Nissan | Model | Maxima |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2004 | Version / Trim | Nissan 2004 Maxima |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Super Black, Sheer Silver, Smoke, Majestic Blue, Cloud White, Coral Sand |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Japan |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S5) |
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,500 cc |
| Power | 265 hp / 198 kW | Torque | 248 Nm / 183 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 6.5 sec | Top Speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 18 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,540 kg (3,395 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2004 SEDANS
Compared with other 2004 sedans in our database, its 265 hp is 18% more than the average 2004 sedan (225 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.2 seconds quicker than average.
| 2004 Nissan Maxima | Average 2004 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 265 hp | 225 hp (76 cars) | +18% |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 292 Nm (76 cars) | -15% |
| 0–60 mph | 6.5 s | 7.7 s (72 cars) | -16% |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 131 mph (72 cars) | -5% |
| Kerb weight | 1,540 kg | 1,556 kg (86 cars) | -1% |
| Engine size | 3,500 cc | 3,095 cc (86 cars) | +13% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2004 sedans with similar power to the 2004 Nissan Maxima.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Nissan Maxima | 265 hp | 6.5 s | 1,540 kg |
| 2004 Kia Amanti | 264 hp | — | 1,750 kg |
| 2004 Volvo S60 AWD | 258 hp | 8.5 s | 1,525 kg |
| 2004 Volkswagen R32 | 247 hp | — | 1,388 kg |
| 2004 Lexus LS 430 | 290 hp | 6.1 s | 1,850 kg |
OTHER YEARS OF THE NISSAN MAXIMA
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Rear Parking Sensors
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre