2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 240 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primera | CC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2708 mm |
