2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 (270 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |