2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |
