2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Maxima | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Previa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2900 mm |
