2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pickup | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pickup | Maxima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 292 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |