2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Nubira | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |