2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 960 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Primera | Optra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
