2004 Nissan Almera vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Almera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2004 Nissan Almera.
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 Nissan Almera (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Almera | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | Livina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
