2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2002 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2002 Nissan Primera and 2002 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 155 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, 2002 Hyundai Sonata (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2002 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2002 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Primera | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
