2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2011 Nissan Tiida is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 93 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Tiida.
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2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cavalier | Tiida |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |