2001 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Primera weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Primera | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Primera | 2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 1310 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
