2001 Hyundai Accent vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Accent. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (334 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Accent | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
