2009 Ford Edge vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Edge | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
