2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Nubira and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |