2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera. 2007 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| 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 | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
