2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. Both 2005 Nissan Primera and 2000 Nissan Almera are equipped with a 1,769 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
