2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. Both 2007 Chevrolet Nubira and 2013 Honda Civic are equipped with a 1,798 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 83 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nubira | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
