1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Primera (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Rasheen | Primera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
