2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2002 Nissan Maxima and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (335 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2002 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Nissan Maxima | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Maxima | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 315 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |