2008 Nissan Primera vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (362 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
