2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
