2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 577 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2000 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |