2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 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 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (151 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Nubira | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |