Ford Taurus Ford Taurus 2009 Nissan Maxima Nissan Maxima 2009
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Maxima Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,385

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $2,850

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,393

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $2,570

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092009
ModelTaurusMaxima
TrimLimitedSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,670 $32,860
Base Invoice $28,053 $30,097
Navigation system 1,995  
Sunroof 895  
Cold Package   400
Tech Package   2,400
Xenon HID headlights   400
Bluetooth cell phone link   300
Floor mats   180
Navigation system 1,736  
Sunroof 779  
Cold Package   347
Tech Package   2,082
Xenon HID headlights   347
Bluetooth cell phone link   260
Floor mats   135
Options (change) 2,890 3,680
Options (change) 2,515 3,171
Destination 825 695
Total Price $34,385 $37,235
Total Invoice $31,393 $33,963

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Taurus dealer quotes or Nissan Maxima dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,292
Model Year20092009
ModelTaurusMaxima
TrimLimitedSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine263hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionA6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-18245/45-18
Total Price$34,385$37,235
Adjustments for Features0-305
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,385$36,930
Total Invoice$31,393$33,963
Adjustments for Features0-278
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,393$33,685

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20092009
ModelTaurusMaxima
TrimLimitedSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net$40 
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Media drive $15
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Compass$0 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600 
Total Value of Features$3,115$3,420
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$305
Value of Feature Adjustments0-278

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Maxima features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20092009
ModelTaurusMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.9 in109.3 in
Length200.4 in190.6 in
Width74.5 in73.2 in
Height61.5 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,643 lb.3,556 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.5 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom41.3 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume21.2 ft314.2 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Maxima specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Cold Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested22569%
Total Not Requested10031%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
A/V input jacks25No
Media drive, large15No
USB port25Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested92576%
Total Not Requested29024%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.