2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2008 Honda Civic

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Nubira and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Nubira 2008 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Nubira Civic
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 175 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 14.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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