2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 910 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
