1997 Nissan Almera vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Almera | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Nissan | Xedos |
Model | Almera | 9 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |