2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fusion | Primera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |