Nissan Maxima Nissan Maxima 2008 Ford Taurus Ford Taurus 2009
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus 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.

Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,385

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $3,615

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,393

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $2,846

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelMaximaTaurus
TrimSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,630 $30,670
Base Invoice $26,229 $28,053
Sensory Package 2,550  
Floor mats 175  
Stability control 600  
Platinum Edition Package 1,100  
Sunroof 900 895
Navigation system 1,800 1,995
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 1,550  
Sensory Package 2,213  
Floor mats 131  
Stability control 520  
Platinum Edition Package 1,006  
Sunroof 780 779
Navigation system 1,561 1,736
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 1,104  
Options (change) 8,675 2,890
Options (change) 7,315 2,515
Destination 695 825
Total Price $38,000 $34,385
Total Invoice $34,239 $31,393

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 Nissan Maxima dealer quotes or Ford Taurus 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: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,950
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,346
Model Year20082009
ModelMaximaTaurus
TrimSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine255hp V6263hp V6
TransmissionCVT-6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/25 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 8?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/55-18
Total Price$38,000$34,385
Adjustments for Features-1,6650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,335$34,385
Total Invoice$34,239$31,393
Adjustments for Features-1,5000
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,739$31,393

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082009
ModelMaximaTaurus
TrimSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
6-speed automatic $1000
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, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Full-size spare tire$225 
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Compass $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 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600
Chrome-plated alloy wheels$850 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,280$2,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,665$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,5000

Return to top

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082009
ModelMaximaTaurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.2 in112.9 in
Length193.5 in200.4 in
Width71.7 in74.5 in
Height58.3 in61.5 in
Curb Weight3,579 lb.3,643 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.8 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in41.3 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft321.2 ft3

Return to top

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Sensory Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Compass0No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested177584%
Total Not Requested35016%
Platinum Edition Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested55036%
Total Not Requested97564%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%

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 Nissan models.