2001 Nissan Maxima vs. 2001 Toyota Supra

To start off, both 2001 Nissan Maxima and 2001 Toyota Supra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 141 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 2001 Toyota Supra 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 2001 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Nissan Maxima (293 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.

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