2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 511 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
