2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Primera (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Aveo | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1768 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
