2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 511 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2006 Nissan Primera (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Spark | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
