2007 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Primera | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Primera | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |