2004 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 702 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Primera | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Primera | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
