2006 Lexus ES vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Lexus ES is newer by 6 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 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus ES weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 2006 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
