2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 453 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Primera | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
