2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 86 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
