2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Nissan Primera

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 2005 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Accent 2005 Nissan Primera
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Accent Primera
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 159 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1014 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 62 L


 

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