2009 Ford GT vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
