2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Primera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |