1999 Nissan Maxima vs. 1999 Volvo S40
To start off, both 1999 Nissan Maxima and 1999 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Volvo S40. 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, 1999 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Maxima | 1999 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Maxima | S40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |