2004 Mazda MX vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera.
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, 2004 Mazda MX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
