2001 Ford EX vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 308 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | EX | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
