2000 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2001 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Primera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Primera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |