2001 Nissan Maxima vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2001 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Maxima | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Maxima | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
