2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Primera and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 309 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |