2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Primera | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
