Ford Transit Transporter vs Nissan Interstar - Differences and prices compared

Q: How powerful is the Ford Transit Transporter's engine?

Depending on the version, the Ford Transit Transporter delivers up to 269 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the Ford Transit Transporter use?

On average, the Ford Transit Transporter consumes 7.90 L.

Q: What is the Ford Transit Transporter’s energy consumption?

According to the manufacturer, the Ford Transit Transporter requires 21.30 kWh.

Q: How far can the Ford Transit Transporter go on a full charge?

The WLTP range is up to 317 km.

Q: What is the battery capacity of the Ford Transit Transporter?

The battery capacity is 68 kWh.

Q: How fast can the Ford Transit Transporter go?

Depending on the model, top speed is 120 km/h.

Q: What are the Ford Transit Transporter’s length, width and height?

Length 5531 mm, width 2059 mm, height 2533 mm – those are the dimensions of the Ford Transit Transporter.

Q: What drivetrain options does the Nissan Interstar have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the Nissan Interstar's engine?

Depending on the version, the Nissan Interstar delivers up to 170 HP.

Compare performance (269 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (39900 £ vs 34900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Transporter or Nissan Interstar?

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Ford Transit Transporter

Nissan Interstar

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Interstar has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34900 £, while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 39900 £. That’s a price difference of around 4998 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Interstar manages with 7.40 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Ford Transit Transporter with 7.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Nissan Interstar performs noticeable better – achieving up to 410 km, about 93 km more than the Ford Transit Transporter.

Transit Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Transporter has a distinct edge – offering 269 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Interstar performs evident better – reaching 177 km/h, while the Ford Transit Transporter tops out at 120 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Transporter pulls a bit stronger with 430 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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Transit Transporter

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Interstar offers somewhat more seating capacity – 7 vs 6.

In curb weight, Nissan Interstar is minimal lighter – 2053 kg compared to 2074 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Interstar performs minimal better – up to 14800 L, which is about 700 L more than the Ford Transit Transporter.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Transporter convincingly takes the win – 2607 kg compared to 1447 kg. That’s a difference of about 1160 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Transit Transporter shows itself to be wins by a narrow margin 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.

from about £39,900

Ford Transit Transporter

Price : 39900 - 69100 £
Body Type : Cargo Van
Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 105 - 269 HP
Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 10.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km : 21.3 - 32 kWh
Electric Range : 247 - 317 km
Battery Capacity : 68 kWh
Seats : 3 - 6
Model Year : 2019 - 2024
Max Speed : 120 km/h
Torque : 310 - 430 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 4
Model : Transit
Modell : Transit Kastenwagen 310 L2 2.0 EcoBlue, Transit Kastenwagen 310 L3 2.0 EcoBlue, Transit Kastenwagen 350 L2 2.0 EcoBlue, Transit Kastenwagen 350 L2 2.0 EcoBlue HDT, Transit Kastenwagen 350 L3 2.0 EcoBlue, Transit Kastenwagen 350 L3 2.0 EcoBlue HDT, Transit Kastenwagen 350 L4 2.0 EcoBlue, E-Transit Kastenwagen 350 L2, E-Transit Kastenwagen 350 L3, E-Transit Kastenwagen 350 L4, E-Transit Kastenwagen 390 L2, E-Transit Kastenwagen 390 L3, E-Transit Kastenwagen 390 L4, E-Transit Kastenwagen 425 L2, E-Transit Kastenwagen 425 L3, E-Transit Kastenwagen 425 L4, E-Transit Kastenwagen Doppelkabine 390 L3, E-Transit Kastenwagen Doppelkabine 425 L3, Transit Kastenwagen 350 L4 2.0 EcoBlue HDT, Transit Kastenwagen 500 L4 2.0 EcoBlue, Transit Kastenwagen 500 L4 2.0 EcoBlue HDT
CO2 Efficiency Class : G, A
Trim Level : Trend, Trend Automatik, Limited, (Heckantrieb), Automatik (Heckantrieb), Trend (Heckantrieb), Allrad, Limited Automatik, Trend Allrad, Trend Automatik (Heckantrieb), Limited (Heckantrieb), Limited Automatik (Heckantrieb)
Power kW : 77 - 198 kW
co2 : 0 - 270 g/km
Engine capacity : 1996 cm3
Curb weight : 2074 - 2765 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 70 L
Length : 5531 - 6704 mm
Width : 2059 mm
Height : 2530 - 2778 mm
Brand : Ford
Max trunk capacity : 9300 - 14100 L
Payload : 735 - 2607 kg

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Ford Transit Transporter

The Ford Transit is the no-nonsense workhorse that turns heavy-duty hauling into a surprisingly civilized experience, with a cabin that favors practicality over pretense. It’s the go-to for tradespeople and fleet managers who want reliability, adaptability and low running headaches — not showy gimmicks.

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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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Nissan Interstar

Costs and Consumption
Price 39900 - 69100 £	Price 34900 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 10.3 L	Consumption L/100km 7.4 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km 21.3 - 32 kWh	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 247 - 317 km	Electric Range 175 - 410 km
Battery Capacity 68 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 0 - 270 g/km	co2 0 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 70 L	Fuel tank capacity 80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Cargo Van	Body Type Cargo Van
Seats 3 - 6	Seats 3 - 7
Doors 4	Doors 4
Curb weight 2074 - 2765 kg	Curb weight 2053 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity -	Trunk capacity -
Length 5531 - 6704 mm	Length 5680 - 6315 mm
Width 2059 mm	Width 2080 mm
Height 2530 - 2778 mm	Height 2498 - 2756 mm
Max trunk capacity 9300 - 14100 L	Max trunk capacity 5200 - 14800 L
Payload 735 - 2607 kg	Payload 965 - 1447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel, Electric	Engine Type Diesel, Electric
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox	Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 105 - 269 HP	Power HP 105 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h -	Acceleration 0-100km/h -
Max Speed 120 km/h	Max Speed 115 - 177 km/h
Torque 310 - 430 Nm	Torque 300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 77 - 198 kW	Power kW 77 - 125 kW
Engine capacity 1996 cm3	Engine capacity 1997 cm3