2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1997 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 172 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.

Because 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Primera 1997 Toyota Supra
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Primera Supra
Year Released 2005 1997
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1448 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 75 L


 

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