2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Titan | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |
