'00 5spd or '01auto?
07-28-2003, 10:30 AM
#2
'00 5spd :-D
especially if it's fully loaded (leather seats are so comfy :-D)
Not sure about the HP differences but I doubt it's enough to sway you... the 5-speed is nice though.
I think both '00 and '01 have similar problems TSB-wise, though someone can confirm this for me... both tend to have warped rotors (if they're stock), *can* have issues with the VIAS (variable intake/power valve system), and generally lack in low-end torque compared to other models... but they're very nice. The 5-speed can be a bit of a pain to someone who's new at stick (like me) but I'm getting the hang of it. Plus, if it's stick, it should be the SE model, which has a decent suspension setup (I fly through curves with confidence :-D)
especially if it's fully loaded (leather seats are so comfy :-D)
Not sure about the HP differences but I doubt it's enough to sway you... the 5-speed is nice though.
I think both '00 and '01 have similar problems TSB-wise, though someone can confirm this for me... both tend to have warped rotors (if they're stock), *can* have issues with the VIAS (variable intake/power valve system), and generally lack in low-end torque compared to other models... but they're very nice. The 5-speed can be a bit of a pain to someone who's new at stick (like me) but I'm getting the hang of it. Plus, if it's stick, it should be the SE model, which has a decent suspension setup (I fly through curves with confidence :-D)
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07-28-2003, 12:33 PM
#7
Originally posted by JustTry
Alright- thanks for your replies. I was already leaning towards the 5spd anyways... Does anyone know which would be quicker out of the 4th gen 5spd and 00 5spd?? Thanks.
Alright- thanks for your replies. I was already leaning towards the 5spd anyways... Does anyone know which would be quicker out of the 4th gen 5spd and 00 5spd?? Thanks.
I would ONLY buy a 5spd VQ30. If 2K2+, either 6spd or auto will be fine with the torque of the VQ35.
07-28-2003, 01:44 PM
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Our opinions shouldn't matter all that much, it really is whether you want a 5spd or an auto
5spds will always be quicker than autos.
I have driven 5spds in other cars for a while. I bought the max as an auto cause I didn't want to shift anymore. and my 02 max goes really good without the stick shift
5spds will always be quicker than autos.
I have driven 5spds in other cars for a while. I bought the max as an auto cause I didn't want to shift anymore. and my 02 max goes really good without the stick shift
07-28-2003, 02:03 PM
#9
Originally posted by ChrisK327
Our opinions shouldn't matter all that much, it really is whether you want a 5spd or an auto
5spds will always be quicker than autos.
I have driven 5spds in other cars for a while. I bought the max as an auto cause I didn't want to shift anymore. and my 02 max goes really good without the stick shift
Our opinions shouldn't matter all that much, it really is whether you want a 5spd or an auto
5spds will always be quicker than autos.
I have driven 5spds in other cars for a while. I bought the max as an auto cause I didn't want to shift anymore. and my 02 max goes really good without the stick shift
2K-2K1 5spd
2K-2K1 auto
2K2+:6spd or auto
07-30-2003, 01:23 AM
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If you do a lot of fiddling with the radio/CDs, or talking on the cell phone, an auto is the way to go. If not, the added HP to the wheels of a 5-speed vs. auto is quite noticeable. Manual transmissions also add more precise control when on the twisties. On the other hand, one of the reasons I didn't choose the 5-speed was that the Maxima just didn't FEEL like a manual transmission car to me. I don't know if that makes sense to anyone but me, but some cars just feel "one" with the stick shift...others don't.
Just food for thought.
Tony
Just food for thought.
Tony
07-30-2003, 07:36 AM
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Of course a lot of people out there have sticks
but to me the Max feels too big for a stick shift
I know thats completely illogical but whatever.
My thing is all my stick shift cars have been small with 4cyls. VW Beetle, Sentra SE-R, Chevy Chevette.
So Big cars just feel like they should have autos. I'm also of the opinion that although the Max is a sporting car, but it is not a sports car. It moves athletically, goes fast, and while going fast can accelerate like a banshee... all the while I'm sitting comfortably in my heated leather seats in my automatic climate controled interior carrying up to 4 people in maximum comfort.
but to me the Max feels too big for a stick shift
I know thats completely illogical but whatever.
My thing is all my stick shift cars have been small with 4cyls. VW Beetle, Sentra SE-R, Chevy Chevette.
So Big cars just feel like they should have autos. I'm also of the opinion that although the Max is a sporting car, but it is not a sports car. It moves athletically, goes fast, and while going fast can accelerate like a banshee... all the while I'm sitting comfortably in my heated leather seats in my automatic climate controled interior carrying up to 4 people in maximum comfort.
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