2010 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Matrix and 2010 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 294 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Matrix. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Matrix | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Matrix | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
