2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 29 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primera | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
