2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera.
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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Primera | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2615 mm |
