2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 88 kg more than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (335 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Step Wagon | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Step Wagon | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |