2008 Daewoo Evanda vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 152 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Evanda | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Evanda | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
