2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 246 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2012 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Primera | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
