2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Nubira and 2008 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Nubira | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |