Compare performance (286 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 36500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or Nissan Primastar Transporter?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Ford Transit Custom Transporter has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 36500 £. That’s a price difference of around 213 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter has a clearly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Nissan Primastar Transporter performs somewhat better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Custom Transporter pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 415 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 6 people.
In curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is barely noticeable lighter – 1860 kg compared to 1893 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Primastar Transporter performs clearly perceptible better – up to 8900 L, which is about 2100 L more than the Ford Transit Custom Transporter.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter a bit takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 1173 kg. That’s a difference of about 159 kg.
Overall, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Transit Custom is a clever, no-nonsense workhorse that blends roomy practicality with surprisingly car-like driving manners, so your workday feels less like a chore and more like efficient transport. With a sensible interior, smart storage and tidy handling, it’s the kind of van that makes owners smile while they get on with the job — reliable, unfussy and built to keep moving.
detailsThe Nissan Primastar is a no-nonsense transporter that pairs rugged practicality with a surprisingly civilized cabin, so you arrive with your tools — and your temper — intact. It may not steal glances at the lights, but its sensible layout and dependable nature make it the kind of van you’ll happily rely on day in, day out.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 71100 £
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Price
36500 - 48500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
178 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
3 - 6
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
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Curb weight
1860 - 2075 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
5080 - 5480 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1956 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1971 - 2486 mm
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Max trunk capacity
5800 - 6800 L
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Max trunk capacity
3200 - 8900 L
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Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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Payload
899 - 1173 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2021 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Nissan
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The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.