2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 890 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.
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2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Terracan | Primera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |