2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
