1999 Hyundai XG vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai XG (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai XG weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai XG | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG | Primera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
