1998 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 337 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Primera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |