1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 13 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai ix20. 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Rasheen | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2615 mm |
