2008 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz B and 2008 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | B | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |