2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Primera | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
