2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2002 Nissan Primera (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cobalt | Primera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |