2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
