2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 7 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 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Primera | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Primera | Livina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1470 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |