2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Primera | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
