2012 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Cayenne | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | Cayenne | Primera |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1939 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |