2000 Ford Equator vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2000 Ford Equator 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Equator | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Equator | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2952 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 292 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1540 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2760 mm |