2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 132 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
