2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primera | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
