2000 Honda Z vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Honda Z.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
