2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 9 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 132 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.
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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
