1999 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Primera | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Primera | Cayman |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |