2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
