2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1278 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 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2012 Land Rover LR4 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. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Primera | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | Primera | LR4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |