2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Nubira and 2006 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
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 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
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2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Nubira | Matrix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1323 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |