2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 714 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
