2000 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. Both 2000 Nissan Maxima and 2008 Toyota Previa are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Previa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |