2003 Ford Model U vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Because 2003 Ford Model U is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U 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, 2003 Ford Model U (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Model U will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Model U | Primera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
