2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 69 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primera | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
