2001 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 399 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2001 Nissan Maxima (293 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Sienna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |