2006 Nissan Titan vs. 1997 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera. 2006 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 1997 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Titan | Primera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |