2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 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. Both 2002 Nissan Maxima and 2011 Ford Fusion are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Maxima | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2728 mm |
