2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Vivant | Cube |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
