2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 569 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. 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 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Primera | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
