2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima 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 91 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
