2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster 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 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. 2006 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nubira | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
