2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Primera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |