2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 63 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.

Because 2001 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Mustang 2007 Nissan Primera
Make Ford Nissan
Model Mustang Primera
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1361 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 62 L