2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
