I used to have a new 1997 Maxima and was not happy at all... toooo many engine issues with the major ones burning oil (below min level) in less than 3k miles between oil changes and clicking noise between 80-83mph... never again NISSAN or HONDA...
I have been owning new TOYOTAs for over 15 years w/o any issue and unless TOYOTA messes up, I plan to stay with TOYOTA