2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 369 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Nubira | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.2 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 | 1285 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |