2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Vivant | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
