2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300.
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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
