2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 27 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
