2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
