2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Matrix 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (123 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Matrix | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1270 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
