2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primera | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1623 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
