2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 6 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 227 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 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Nubira | Shogun |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |