2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1856 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | Primera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 136 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |