2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Primera | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
