2003 Nissan Primera vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Primera weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 2004 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Primera | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Primera | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
