2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1287 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
