2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
