1998 Ford Triton vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Triton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Triton would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Triton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Triton (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 214 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton.
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 Triton (174 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Triton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Triton | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Triton | Primera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2540 mm |
