2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Primera and 2008 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2008 TVR Tuscan 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 2008 TVR Tuscan. 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 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Primera | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
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 | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |