Which Gen?
03-16-2003, 08:49 AM
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Re: Which Gen?
Originally posted by Tatanko
I'm in a bit of a rut here...I can't decide between 4th Gen and 5th Gen. Any suggestions/arguments towards either way?
I'm in a bit of a rut here...I can't decide between 4th Gen and 5th Gen. Any suggestions/arguments towards either way?
03-16-2003, 08:51 AM
#3
Well...what I mean is, I'll be getting a Max in less than a year, regardless of whether I get 4th Gen or 5th Gen. Most of my friends say "Get a 4th Gen," their main reason being more modability. Is it true that the 5th Gen's aren't as modable?
03-16-2003, 09:11 AM
#5
Originally posted by asu174
Yes.
Yes.
03-16-2003, 09:13 AM
#6
Originally posted by Tatanko
Well, judging from what I've seen, nothing's impossible with a 5th Gen. But the reason I might pick a 5th Gen over a 4th Gen is overall looks...I like the more modern look to it. As far as mods go, the kind of stuff I'd do to it is: a body kit, some performance upgrades, lighting, etc. What about interior? Is it hard to install something like an LCD screen? (either in the dash or flip-down from the roof)
Well, judging from what I've seen, nothing's impossible with a 5th Gen. But the reason I might pick a 5th Gen over a 4th Gen is overall looks...I like the more modern look to it. As far as mods go, the kind of stuff I'd do to it is: a body kit, some performance upgrades, lighting, etc. What about interior? Is it hard to install something like an LCD screen? (either in the dash or flip-down from the roof)
03-16-2003, 09:14 AM
#7
Originally posted by Tatanko
Well, judging from what I've seen, nothing's impossible with a 5th Gen. But the reason I might pick a 5th Gen over a 4th Gen is overall looks...I like the more modern look to it. As far as mods go, the kind of stuff I'd do to it is: a body kit, some performance upgrades, lighting, etc. What about interior? Is it hard to install something like an LCD screen? (either in the dash or flip-down from the roof)
Well, judging from what I've seen, nothing's impossible with a 5th Gen. But the reason I might pick a 5th Gen over a 4th Gen is overall looks...I like the more modern look to it. As far as mods go, the kind of stuff I'd do to it is: a body kit, some performance upgrades, lighting, etc. What about interior? Is it hard to install something like an LCD screen? (either in the dash or flip-down from the roof)
03-16-2003, 09:16 AM
#8
Originally posted by asu174
Mods will be a bit more expensive overall for a 5th gen. LCD screen install will be similar for both generations. More body kit options are available for the 4th gen.
Mods will be a bit more expensive overall for a 5th gen. LCD screen install will be similar for both generations. More body kit options are available for the 4th gen.
03-16-2003, 09:22 AM
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Originally posted by Tatanko
I'm not going for anything flashy as far as the body kit. I don't want anything radical like what I see on some 4th Gens. I'd go for something more quaint like the Aero kit or something.
I'm not going for anything flashy as far as the body kit. I don't want anything radical like what I see on some 4th Gens. I'd go for something more quaint like the Aero kit or something.
03-16-2003, 09:24 AM
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it is but there is a lot u can do with 5th gens to
plus they look better and while u can do more performance upgrades to make 4th gens faster than 5th gens its only a matter of time before they supercharge the 3.5 liter VQ then 5th gens will be definitely faster
plus they look better and while u can do more performance upgrades to make 4th gens faster than 5th gens its only a matter of time before they supercharge the 3.5 liter VQ then 5th gens will be definitely faster
Originally posted by Tatanko
Well...what I mean is, I'll be getting a Max in less than a year, regardless of whether I get 4th Gen or 5th Gen. Most of my friends say "Get a 4th Gen," their main reason being more modability. Is it true that the 5th Gen's aren't as modable?
Well...what I mean is, I'll be getting a Max in less than a year, regardless of whether I get 4th Gen or 5th Gen. Most of my friends say "Get a 4th Gen," their main reason being more modability. Is it true that the 5th Gen's aren't as modable?
03-16-2003, 09:24 AM
#11
Originally posted by Hobert
A 2000 or 2001 with the Stillen aero kit looks sweet and might be just what you are looking for.
A 2000 or 2001 with the Stillen aero kit looks sweet and might be just what you are looking for.
03-19-2003, 06:45 AM
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Which GEN to pick ?
I started out looking for a 1999 SE (4th Gen), but wound up with a 2000 GXE (5th Gen). I guess which I would recommend depends on what you are looking for. Performance wise, I would go with a 4th Gen, as more upgrades are available. And while there is a 32hp difference between '99 -> '00, everything I have read says the '99 is actually just as fast 0-60 anyway. Based on the cars I drive I would believe it is, BUT, the 2000 is quieter and smoother. I also like the 2000 styling a little more, and there are more interior and exterior add-ons available for the 5th Gen.
BUT EITHER WAY, DO NOT WAIT, BUY ONE NOW !!!!!
BUT EITHER WAY, DO NOT WAIT, BUY ONE NOW !!!!!
03-19-2003, 06:57 AM
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IMO
if deciding between a 5th Gen 3.0 and a 4th Gen, I say get a 1999 SE 5-speed
but if you are considering a 2k2/2k3...
then I say go with the 3.5L
but about mods availiable NOW...vs. 2 years from now I say that eventually there will be more mods for the 3.5, because of the Z/Altima/G35/FX35/Murano/Pathfinder/Maxima...must I go on?
why doesn't Nissan put the VQ in the Titan as a base engine? I think it's pretty much a no brainer...
-vq
if deciding between a 5th Gen 3.0 and a 4th Gen, I say get a 1999 SE 5-speed
but if you are considering a 2k2/2k3...
then I say go with the 3.5L
but about mods availiable NOW...vs. 2 years from now I say that eventually there will be more mods for the 3.5, because of the Z/Altima/G35/FX35/Murano/Pathfinder/Maxima...must I go on?
why doesn't Nissan put the VQ in the Titan as a base engine? I think it's pretty much a no brainer...
-vq
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