2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 42 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Elantra | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
