2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1242 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
