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Ford Transit Transporter vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Transporter or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Ford Transit Transporter vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Ford Transit Transporter

  • noticeably more power

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • barely cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • moderately lighter

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

Transit Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is barely cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,459 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Ford Transit Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Primastar Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Transporter offers noticeably more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Primastar Transporter is clearly faster – reaching 178 km/h, while the Ford Transit Transporter tops out at 120 km/h. The difference is around 58 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Transporter delivers slightly more torque with 430 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Transit Transporter

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 6 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,860 kg compared to 2,074 kg. The difference is around 214 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Transporter offers visibly more capacity – up to 14,100 L, about 5,200 L more than the Nissan Primastar Transporter.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Transporter carries substantially more – 2,607 kg compared to 1,173 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,434 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Transporter is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,900
Transit Transporter

Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 10.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.3 - 32 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 247 - 402 km
Ford Transit Transporter
Nissan Primastar Transporter

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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 Primastar Transporter

The 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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Ford Transit Transporter
Nissan Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 73,000 £
Price
36,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 32 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
247 - 402 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
68 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 270 g/km
co2
178 - 206 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 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,074 - 2,765 kg
Curb weight
1,860 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,531 - 6,704 mm
Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,778 mm
Height
1,971 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 14,100 L
Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 8,900 L
Payload
735 - 2,607 kg
Payload
899 - 1,173 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 269 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
120 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 178 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
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,019 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Nissan
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