2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Nubira and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
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 Volvo C30 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Nubira | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
