1998 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Integra | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
