2001 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
