2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 119 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2002 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Primera | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Primera | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |