2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 199 kg more than 1995 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
