2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 417 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Primera | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
