2000 Audi S3 vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2000 Audi S3 and 2000 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima. 2000 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi S3 | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S3 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |