2005 Nissan Platina vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Platina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Platina | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
