2007 Nissan Primera vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
