2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Nubira | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
