2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 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. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Primera | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Primera | 996 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |