2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
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, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Etude | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
