1996 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 13 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 469 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 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera. 2009 Subaru Outback 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. 2009 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Nissan Primera | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Primera | Outback |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |