2004 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Primera | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Primera | i40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |