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Nissan Maxima QX IV (A32) 2.0 (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Maxima:
The Nissan Maxima is a five-passenger, front-engine, full-size car that was manufactured and marketed by Nissan as Nissan's flagship sedan primarily in North America, the Middle East, South Korea, and China — across eight generations. The Maxima debuted for model year 1982 as the Datsun Maxima, replacing the Datsun 810.
The Maxima was marketed as an upscale alternative to the Altima and prior to 1993, the Stanza, distinguished by features such as a premium interior and V6 engine. Most Maximas were built in Oppama, Japan, until North American assembly began in Smyrna, Tennessee, for the 2004 model year....(Read more on Wikipedia)
QX IV (A32) Overview:
Nissan Maxima (QX IV (A32)). With 177 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1310 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 201 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With only 90 Hp from a 2.0-liter engine, this trim offers very modest performance, suitable only for extremely relaxed driving. The listed 0-100 km/h in 11.3 seconds is acceptable for the power, but the overall feel will be sluggish.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is rather high for the power output, with 13.2 l/100 km urban and 8 l/100 km extra-urban, indicating an older, less efficient engine design.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for its class
- • Smooth and reliable V6 engines (3.0L and 2.5L)
- • Good build quality and durability for its era
- • Refined ride quality, especially on highways
- • Generous trunk space
Cons:
- • Base 2.0L engines are significantly underpowered
- • Some acceleration figures appear inconsistent or very slow for their power output
- • Fuel economy for the base 2.0L (90 Hp) is high for its performance
- • Styling is somewhat conservative and dated by modern standards
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to newer vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(QX IV (A32): 1995 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Maxima |
| Generation: | QX IV (A32) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 4400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 45.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 177 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1974 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 201 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.6 kg/Hp, 68.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1310 |
| Max. weight: | 2005 |
| Max load: | 695 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4770 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1770 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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