2007 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primera | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
