2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Nubira and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nubira | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |