2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 454 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Maxima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |