1997 Nissan Maxima vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 332 kg more than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Maxima | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Condor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
