2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Primera | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |