2003 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan Primera | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Primera | Armada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |