2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1326 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
