2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 454 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
