2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1126 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (476 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
