2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 5 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 252 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Nubira | ix35 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |