2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 57 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
