2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Nubira and 2006 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Nubira | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |