2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 453 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Kalos | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
