2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2690 mm |