2000 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 12 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. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 815 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Maxima | Nano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
