2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Primera and 2008 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 677 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 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Primera | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Primera | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |