TL-s v.s Maxima(5.5?)
#121
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Originally Posted by anx1300c
Those Altimas move out pretty well with the manual. What's his launch technique? What does he have for tires?
Originally Posted by iforyou
Is it true that the new Altima's with CVT are really that slow? I've seen numerous videos that the 0-100mph is even slower than a 2nd gen Type S. I thought Nissan claims that CVT is better because it can keep the engine running at the most optimum speed and shifting is not required thus faster.....
#126
2003 Accord Coupe V6
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Originally Posted by Soseductivesf
Yeah I've been waiting to line up with a SE-R... Do the newer models have an SE-R?
#128
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Originally Posted by SatinSilverAV6
No the newer models do not come in a SE-R form. Just the 3rd gen altimas. The SE-R isn't any faster than the SE. The extra weight of the SE-R negates the extra 10hp.
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#129
2003 Accord Coupe V6
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Originally Posted by F23A4
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#130
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Originally Posted by SatinSilverAV6
God I would hope so. That new version of the VQ is supposed to have the updated CVT tranny that will offer better performance oriented driving compared to the last CVT. I am looking forward to seeing the numbers for the new 09 Maxima. That car looks so much better than the 6th gen maxi!
#131
#132
Originally Posted by SatinSilverAV6
No the newer models do not come in a SE-R form. Just the 3rd gen altimas. The SE-R isn't any faster than the SE. The extra weight of the SE-R negates the extra 10hp.
#134
Originally Posted by SatinSilverAV6
The Altima Coupe comes in a 6spd as well. Same HP and TQ as the sedan but weighs about 50lbs less. I believe it only weighs 3205lbs for the SE 6spd.
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