2001 Honda Z vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
