2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 227 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Primera 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Nissan Chevrolet
Model Primera Colorado
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 72 L


 

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