2002 Toyota Will vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 616 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Will | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Will | Maxima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |