2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |