[BBDOS CV8]

Chalk up another one for the G8: first the 300C/Charger, now the Maxima.

FIRST PLACE: PONTIAC G8 GT
Fast, smooth, roomy, athletic. With standard cylinder deactivation, it even returns respectable fuel economy (15/24 city/highway mpg). You can't beat the rear-drive layout-or the window sticker. At around $30 grand, one of the great driver's-car values on the road today.

SECOND PLACE: NISSAN MAXIMA 3.5 SV
A foregone conclusion? Perhaps, though we're still eager to sample the "full-up" summer-tired car. Sophisticated demeanor and artful styling make a compelling case for purchase. Maxima is sure to remain a "cult" favorite.

Motor Trend Comparison: G8 vs Maxima

 

[Ambalanche]

The Maxima is better than it has been in years however, There's still something just wrong about the look. I'm going to have to see it in person.