2007 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan Maxima (293 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2001 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
