2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Nubira and 2007 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |