2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 639 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (435 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
