2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Nubira and 2006 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 942 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
Because 2006 SSC Aero 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 SSC Aero. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Nubira | Aero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
