2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1997 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 905 kg more than 1997 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1997 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Rexton | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
