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Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Explorer 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,045 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $955 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,239 Nissan Maxima SE | |||
| Difference: $88 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Maxima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SE | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $28,630 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $26,229 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Sensory Package | 2,550 | ||
| Stability control | 600 | ||
| Platinum Edition Package | 1,100 | ||
| Floor mats | 175 | ||
| Sunroof | 900 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | 1,550 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | ||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||
| Sensory Package | 2,213 | ||
| Stability control | 520 | ||
| Platinum Edition Package | 1,006 | ||
| Floor mats | 131 | ||
| Sunroof | 780 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,561 | 1,696 | 1,696 |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | 1,104 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | ||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,675 | 7,285 | 3,865 |
| Options (change) | 7,315 | 6,272 | 3,364 |
| Destination | 695 | 785 | 785 |
| Total Price | $38,000 | $37,315 | $37,045 |
| Total Invoice | $34,239 | $34,330 | $34,327 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Nissan Maxima SE | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $765 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $252 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Maxima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SE | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 255hp V6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | CVT-6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/25 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 320, 8 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $38,000 | $37,315 | $37,045 |
| Adjustments for Features | -440 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,560 | $37,315 | $36,795 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $520 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,239 | $34,330 | $34,327 |
| Adjustments for Features | -396 | 0 | -232 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,843 | $34,330 | $34,095 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $235 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Maxima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SE | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,205 | $3,765 | $4,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $440 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -396 | 0 | -232 |
Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Maxima | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 193.5 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,579 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.5 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.9 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.5 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE
| Sensory Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Bose, 320W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 21% |
| Platinum Edition Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 39% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 61% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 25% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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