2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
