2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 3 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1130 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 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Nissan Primera 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Nissan Rolls-Royce
Model Primera Silver Seraph
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 100 L


 

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