2001 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Avensis | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
