1996 Nissan Primera vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 176 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Primera | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | Highlander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |