2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,805 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Cayenne | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4805 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
