2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MPV | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
