2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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, 2004 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
