2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Primera | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |