2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Volvo V70

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Nubira V70
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.0:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L