2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Nubira | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
