2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 22 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
