2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny 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 177 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Maxima | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
