2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Nissan Livina
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Nissan Livina were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Livina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
