2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Primera and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 521 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Primera | Lupo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |