1996 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Primera | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | Yaris |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |