2003 Toyota Mark II vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 364 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Mark II | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Mark II | Almera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
